Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Velvety Pastalaya, a creamy and hearty twist on traditional Cajun jambalaya. This delightful dish replaces rice with pasta, delivering a comforting meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. Packed with tender proteins, fresh vegetables, and a medley of spices, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. The simplicity of this recipe makes it accessible for cooks of all skill levels, allowing you to create an impressive dish without fuss. Whether you enjoy it fresh or as leftovers, Velvety Pastalaya is sure to become a new favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup beef steak (cut into 1" cubes)
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (cut into 1" cubes)
- 1 chicken breast (cut into 1" cubes)
- 3 slices turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 ribs celery (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes with chilies
- 1 tbsp browning sauce
- 1 lb pasta (farfalle or penne)
- Fresh thyme and Creole seasoning for flavor
Instructions
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chopped turkey bacon, onion, bell pepper, and celery; cook until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add beef steak; caramelize slightly for about 20-25 minutes.
- Mix in cubed chicken, diced tomatoes, Creole seasoning, and thyme; cook for another 15-20 minutes.
- Pour in water, chicken broth, cream soups, and browning sauce; simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in dry pasta and bring to a rolling boil.
- Turn off heat; cover and bake at 300°F for one hour without opening the pot.
- Let sit covered for an additional 10 minutes before stirring well and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg